Major Isewater Posted July 31, 2019 Report Share Posted July 31, 2019 2 hours ago, Roger Red Hat said: I love a mixed metaphor. À stitch in time is where the heart is , as I always say . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ska Junkie Posted July 31, 2019 Report Share Posted July 31, 2019 On the Brighton or Villa thing, I see AW is from the South coast near Bognor, less than an hour from Brighton. maybe the pull of the area is another plus for him? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Son of Fred Posted July 31, 2019 Report Share Posted July 31, 2019 1 minute ago, Major Isewater said: À stitch in time is where the heart is , as I always say . It is if your a cardiac surgeon.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ska Junkie Posted July 31, 2019 Report Share Posted July 31, 2019 2 minutes ago, exAtyeoMax said: Wow, when I left my last job I worked really hard to the best of my ability until I walked out of the door. I'm not going to let my work colleagues down, plus I might need a reference for my next job. Same here Max. When I left my last role, a good few years ago, I worked professionally until I left. Who's to say a new move works out badly and you would like to reverse your choice further down the line. Leaving on good terms is always a positive IMHO. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Major Isewater Posted July 31, 2019 Report Share Posted July 31, 2019 11 minutes ago, soultrader said: Or maybe he just wants to live by sea? Brighton beach is better than WSM How very dare you ? Nowhere is better than Weston beach . Where else can you enjoy the squelch between your toes as you walk gingerly into the brown soupy stuff they call sea ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
soultrader Posted July 31, 2019 Report Share Posted July 31, 2019 Just now, Major Isewater said: How very dare you ? Nowhere is better than Weston beach . Where else can you enjoy the squelch between your toes as you walk gingerly into the brown soupy stuff they call sea ? I thought it was technically an estuary Perhaps he has just had enough of Sparky the donkey (Is sparky still there?) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Major Isewater Posted July 31, 2019 Report Share Posted July 31, 2019 2 minutes ago, Ska Junkie said: Same here Max. When I left my last role, a good few years ago, I worked professionally until I left. Who's to say a new move works out badly and you would like to reverse your choice further down the line. Leaving on good terms is always a positive IMHO. It’s also a sign of self respect to always give your best . I had to work out three months notice at my last employers in the UK even though they were a bunch of synts I kept my dignity and showed them what they would be missing ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sturny Posted July 31, 2019 Report Share Posted July 31, 2019 26 minutes ago, Kid in the Riot said: I know Villa were going to offer Webster £60k pw so £70k ish is likely. You think that's underpaid, you'd be amazed what he was on at Ipswich! Basically a League One wage... Not trying to be a dick, but how could you possibly know this? It makes sense for Villa to keep what they are prepared to offer strictly confidential don't you think. Imagine if Webster knew this, he would ask for more... Also I didn't think there were any talks of salary until the fee was agreed which it wasn't? Shed some light please Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Major Isewater Posted July 31, 2019 Report Share Posted July 31, 2019 8 minutes ago, Ska Junkie said: On the Brighton or Villa thing, I see AW is from the South coast near Bognor, less than an hour from Brighton. maybe the pull of the area is another plus for him? Careful when you associate ‘ pull ‘ and ‘ Brighton ‘ in the same sentence. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
exAtyeoMax Posted July 31, 2019 Report Share Posted July 31, 2019 3 minutes ago, Major Isewater said: It’s also a sign of self respect to always give your best . I had to work out three months notice at my last employers in the UK even though they were a bunch of synts I kept my dignity and showed them what they would be missing ! That's always been my philosophy…however much I may detest my employers, I won't ever let that effect my work ethic. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BRISTOL86 Posted July 31, 2019 Report Share Posted July 31, 2019 18 minutes ago, Tipps69 said: Ok, so how happy would you (and everyone else) of been if we had given our £3.5m signing £30k p/w, in the slim hope that he might become a player valued at £30m? It’s simply not viable. I didn’t say I would be. Was just pointing out that contract lengths etc don’t mean a thing once an offer comes in from a bigger club. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stortfordred Posted July 31, 2019 Report Share Posted July 31, 2019 14 minutes ago, Ska Junkie said: On the Brighton or Villa thing, I see AW is from the South coast near Bognor, less than an hour from Brighton. maybe the pull of the area is another plus for him? As George V reputedly said 'Bu$$er Bognor'. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spudski Posted July 31, 2019 Report Share Posted July 31, 2019 I haven't seen it mentioned...but most players now have a figure attached to their contract,that once bid allows players to speak to other Clubs or they are notified. Or even Prem team only bid etc. For example Webster's may have been £20 million. We then tell Clubs we want £30 million. To cover sell one etc etc. Once triggered the whole thing starts rolling. Guess we'll also be looking for a good sell on clause...MA beavering like his life depends on it. If we get £25 million including add ons, a player in on a season loan from Brighton to cover his position and 20% sell on clause, then it would be very good business imo. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
italian dave Posted July 31, 2019 Report Share Posted July 31, 2019 27 minutes ago, Robert the bruce said: It is if your a cardiac surgeon.. Hopefully, not @Notbarrymanc ‘s profession! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
glen humphries Posted July 31, 2019 Report Share Posted July 31, 2019 21 minutes ago, Major Isewater said: Careful when you associate ‘ pull ‘ and ‘ Brighton ‘ in the same sentence. Why’s that major ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rudolf Hucker Posted July 31, 2019 Report Share Posted July 31, 2019 16 minutes ago, spudski said: MA beavering That's tough work, believe me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Major Isewater Posted July 31, 2019 Report Share Posted July 31, 2019 8 minutes ago, glen humphries said: Why’s that major ? Use your imagination. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
downendcity Posted July 31, 2019 Report Share Posted July 31, 2019 30 minutes ago, stortfordred said: As George V reputedly said 'Bu$$er Bognor'. .. and there's a fair few locals that have followed those instructions to the letter in the meantime. 11 minutes ago, Rudolf Hucker said: That's tough work, believe me. Need to keep your nose to the grindstone Rudolph. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NOTBLUE Posted July 31, 2019 Report Share Posted July 31, 2019 1 hour ago, Davefevs said: What job does your ‘someone’ at AG do? I’m not saying it’s not true, but amazed at who supposedly knows what. I saw something else Re Ipswich, can’t remember the player, but it was 10% for that player. Could be true of Webster. FWIW, I certainly agree that Webster is a fine ball-playing CB (arguably the best in the Champ), and a very tidy defender, add them together and you get a very good Champ CB. But imho, Kalas is a better defender, just not so good on the ball. As a pair they are an excellent partnership. Can we sell Webster for £25m and replace him for a fraction of the money? Yes. We might not get quite the ball-playing skills of Webster but we may get a better defender. Hector is arguably a better defender, imho he is, and he’s pretty comfortable on the ball, not Webster class. He’s got aggression too. We could be better defensively! I know that sounds far fetched, but let’s wait and see. As for whether Webster is Prem class depends on your definition. Top 6 side regular CB. Unlikely. Bottom 8 regular, yes sir. When you’ve seen players like Macauley and Dawson play hundreds of Prem games, even Duff (now £40m rated), there is no reason to not think Webster isn’t capable. the £25m also gives us options to strengthen elsewhere. Would love him to stay but there is a bigger picture. Who we replace ‘ bring in with the money will be telling. Let’s just say he’s a sportsman. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Desso Posted July 31, 2019 Report Share Posted July 31, 2019 2 minutes ago, NOTBLUE said: Let’s just say he’s a sportsman. Does he like water sports? Is he a goer? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NOTBLUE Posted July 31, 2019 Report Share Posted July 31, 2019 2 minutes ago, Desso said: Does he like water sports? Is he a goer? Sorry I can’t disclose that information as it may give the game away. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
glen humphries Posted July 31, 2019 Report Share Posted July 31, 2019 16 minutes ago, Major Isewater said: Use your imagination. Nope no idea Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Major Isewater Posted July 31, 2019 Report Share Posted July 31, 2019 4 minutes ago, glen humphries said: Nope no idea Then you’re on the right forum. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Curr Avon Posted July 31, 2019 Report Share Posted July 31, 2019 42 minutes ago, spudski said: I haven't seen it mentioned...but most players now have a figure attached to their contract,that once bid allows players to speak to other Clubs or they are notified. Or even Prem team only bid etc. For example Webster's may have been £20 million. We then tell Clubs we want £30 million. To cover sell one etc etc. Once triggered the whole thing starts rolling. Guess we'll also be looking for a good sell on clause...MA beavering like his life depends on it. If we get £25 million including add ons, a player in on a season loan from Brighton to cover his position and 20% sell on clause, then it would be very good business imo. You mean a Release Clause. Often talked about regarding Messi et al. Think of 9 digit telephone number, multiply it by a gazillion and you're still not close. Good call. Webster's is probably around the £20m mark, with our comfort at £25m plus. Shame we have to give £4m to £5m of that to the Punchdrunk Ponies. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Simon bristol Posted July 31, 2019 Report Share Posted July 31, 2019 2 minutes ago, Curr Avon said: You mean a Release Clause. Often talked about regarding Messi et al. Think of 9 digit telephone number, multiply it by a gazillion and you're still not close. Good call. Webster's is probably around the £20m mark, with our comfort at £25m plus. Shame we have to give £4m to £5m of that to the Punchdrunk Ponies. It seems to me that those release clauses only apply in spain as part of their contracts Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sturny Posted July 31, 2019 Report Share Posted July 31, 2019 6 minutes ago, Simon bristol said: It seems to me that those release clauses only apply in spain as part of their contracts Matty Taylor? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
glen humphries Posted July 31, 2019 Report Share Posted July 31, 2019 11 minutes ago, Major Isewater said: Then you’re on the right forum. , care to explain what you ment in your original post , this should be good Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedM Posted July 31, 2019 Report Share Posted July 31, 2019 We could always put one of our youngsters at CB. Lloyd Kelly has indicated he wanted to play there but his opportunities were limited due to the pairing of Webster and Kalas. He could step rightbin it would be great to show other players our pathway* *Yes I know he was lured away by yet another Premier team, but my point remains the same. He and more likely now Taylor Moore were being groomed to be the next CB’s, that’s all great until the plan falls flat. But yes the money is good. I guess we can sit here and count that rather than enjoying watching talent in our team. Yes we still have talented players but some are a class above and we don’t see the likes of them very often. Some players must be feeling a little miffed as their jobs aren’t going to be so easy. Also some players must be looking at themselves and wondering if they will ever get the big move now they have seen yet another teammate leave( when it happens) for better things. Very unsettling for the squad and fans. I would be so frustrated if it was in LJ’s shoes too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spudski Posted July 31, 2019 Report Share Posted July 31, 2019 13 minutes ago, Curr Avon said: You mean a Release Clause. Often talked about regarding Messi et al. Think of 9 digit telephone number, multiply it by a gazillion and you're still not close. Good call. Webster's is probably around the £20m mark, with our comfort at £25m plus. Shame we have to give £4m to £5m of that to the Punchdrunk Ponies. Exactly... couldn't for the life of me think of the term when writing the post :laugh: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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